Presentación de Sebastián Giraldo: Sebastián Giraldo, desde Colombia, presenta el webinar titulado "Los Hábitos Atómicos de la Mejora Continua". Posee 20 años de experiencia en operaciones y mejora continua. Certificado por el Toyota Production System y Lean Six Sigma. Es instructor internacional y conferencista en temas de mejora continua.   Importancia de los Hábitos en la Mejora Continua: Destaca la relevancia de los hábitos en la mejora continua, basada en el libro de James Clear. Los hábitos son esenciales para sostener los esfuerzos de mejora a largo plazo. Enfatiza la nec ..read more

Understanding Managerial Goals: Alignment with Higher Management Goals: Establish a clear understanding of the overarching objectives set by top-level management, such as plant managers and operational directors. This entails comprehending the strategic direction of the organization and how continuous improvement initiatives contribute to those goals. Grasping Expectations: Delve into the specific expectations for the first year in the role, as well as the immediate priorities for the initial 60-90 days. This involves understanding key performance indicators (KPIs), targets, and areas of focu ..read more

Text-Based Instructions: Text forms the structural backbone of work instructions, providing organization and detailed explanations. It offers both structure and explanation, serving as the main component of the document.   Visual Aids: Pictures illustrate specific details or components, aiding in comprehension and spatial understanding. They provide a focused overview and convey spatial or visual information effectively. Visuals, such as diagrams, minimize the need for lengthy textual descriptions.   Video Instructions: Video instructions offer a dynamic medium, particularly use ..read more

Introduction to Instruction Efficiency: Limiting the number of instructions is vital for enhancing work instruction effectiveness. Tasks performed infrequently or as one-off instances may necessitate simple, recipe-style instructions without extensive explanation.   Understanding Task Importance: For tasks becoming standard, it's essential for individuals to comprehend the criticality of each step, akin to Training Within Industry (TWI) methodology. A five-level competency system is employed, ranging from basic knowledge to expert level, with training methods tailored accordingly. &nb ..read more

Lean Six Sigma gained popularity in the 80s and 90s, particularly in manufacturing and quality-focused organizations.   Despite its effectiveness, Lean Six Sigma has been overshadowed by the allure of emerging technologies in the current era of digital transformation. However, it more than ever serves as a critical component for achieving success in digital transformation initiatives across various industries, and Digital Transformation experts like Eric Kimberling from Third Stage Consulting agree.  This summary of his videos on this subject, will help you understand why.   ..read more

  The White House ISD embraces artificial intelligence technology to tackle language barriers within its educational system.  The technology promises a transformative solution to communication hurdles faced by non-English speaking students and teachers.   Implementation and Benefits: The district procured Time Kettle translation earbuds, equipped with AI, to facilitate seamless language translation. These devices enable teachers and students to communicate effectively, enhancing understanding and participation in the curriculum. Watch here how it works... https://youtu.be/n_LB ..read more

Introduction to the Video and Context: The video addresses the experience of leading a Kaizen event without prior knowledge. A LinkedIn message from an individual seeking guidance on conducting a Kaizen event serves as the basis for discussion. The speaker empathizes with those new to Kaizen initiatives and emphasizes the commonality of their struggles.   Overview of the Kaizen Event and Email Exchange: The individual describes their background in continuous improvement initiatives over five years but acknowledges the absence of formal training. A Kaizen event focusing on machine outpu ..read more

When to Use a Kaizen Event?     Kaizen events are intensive improvement efforts aimed at enhancing processes within an organization. They are characterized by their short duration, typically lasting from one day to a week.   Suitability of Kaizen Events: Kaizen events are more aligned with lean organizations rather than Six Sigma programs. Lean focuses on improving the flow of processes and eliminating waste within the organization. Six Sigma emphasizes achieving stability in machine parameters and reducing defects in production processes. Lean organizations prioritize organ ..read more

Introduction to Lean Philosophy: Lean philosophy revolves around waste elimination, a central idea aimed at improving efficiency and value delivery. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing waste in all its forms to achieve organizational excellence.   Types of Waste in Lean Manufacturing: Waste is categorized into seven classic types: transportation, inventory, motion, waiting, over processing, overproduction, and defects. Each type of waste represents activities or resources that do not contribute directly to the creation of value for the customer.   ..read more

Why Your Choice Matters... A Lot Choosing the right Operational Excellence training program is crucial for anyone looking to improve their skills and knowledge in this field.   With so many contradicting options available in the market, it can be challenging to know which program and provider is the best option. Choosing the wrong program or provider can be a waste of time and money, and can even lead to negative impacts on your organization.  This is particularly important if you are new to OpEx and need a program that will provide a strong foundation in the principles and tech ..read more